Savannah Guthrie Returns as 'Today' Anchor as Mom Remains Missing
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Savannah Guthrie returned to NBC's "Today" show on April 6 amid the ongoing search for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, without addressing the investigation during the broadcast.
- Co-anchors Craig Melvin, Al Roker, and Jenna Bush Hager warmly welcomed Guthrie back on air, expressing support and affection throughout the show.
- Guthrie became emotional when greeted by a crowd outside the studio, acknowledging the kindness and prayers from fans who have shown support during her family's difficult time.
- Nancy Guthrie has been missing since February 1, with authorities treating the case as a presumed kidnapping; the FBI has offered a $1 million reward, but no suspects or arrests have been made.
- In a prior interview, Guthrie described returning to "Today" as challenging but emphasized the importance of being with her "family" at work and expressed hope that her genuine joy would serve as a form of protest amid her personal hardship.
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